Military Intelligence Officer

Responsibilities

• Leading Naval network warfare missions by developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic, and business advantages afloat and ashore.
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied, and coalition partners.
• Building professional excellence through education, training, certification, and milestone qualifications.
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting‑edge technologies, knowledge management techniques, and a culture of innovation.
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians – Enlisted Sailors who serve as specialists in information technology.

Work Environment

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea.
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours.
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs.
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe.

Training & Advancement

Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position must attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, R.I. Upon completion, they typically attend a five‑week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, Fla., before or during their initial assignment. IPs must complete specific qualifications during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities. Promotion opportunities are available but competitive and based on performance. Specialized training and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.

Education Opportunities

Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professionals can advance their education by pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC), completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at a service college, and obtaining a master’s degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science, or modeling and simulation. Additional options include graduate certificates, DoD certifications, federal executive fellowships, and information assurance scholarships and internships.

Qualifications & Requirements

A four‑year degree is required for an Information Professional. Candidates for an Officer position must possess a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or General Engineering. All candidates must also be U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance, and qualified for sea duty.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management